If you have an aspiring musician in your house, then consider Bach to Rock's Music Camps this summer! Bach to Rock's unique approach makes it possible for students with no previous musical training to be rocking out with a band in a matter of hours. Bands and Glee Club groups are coordinated by age, grade, and/or musical ability. All students perform in a weekly concert, record in a state-of-the-art Recording Studio, and leave with a digitally mastered CD of songs recorded by their band or ensemble. All camps run June 24 - end of August, Monday through Friday. Hours: Half Day Morning: 9:00am-12:30pm / Full Day: 9:00am-4:00pm / Half Day Afternoon: 12:30pm-4:00pm.
Choose from one or more of the following:
Rock Band for ages 7-17
Taught by real musicians using the unique B2R method, which will have students playing full songs in no time! Students are placed in a band according to their age and skill level and the requirements of ensemble playing, teamwork and achievement of musical objectives are stressed. Development of original material is strongly encouraged. Each weekly session culminates in a public performance and the recording of a CD. This camp is split into two age categories: for kids 7 - 9 and 9+.
Glee Club for ages 7-17
Inspired by the television sensation, this premier choral ensemble offers a dynamic atmosphere for male and female students to unlock their inner star! Each student will explore fun vocal exercises, singing in harmony, and cool choreography while performing arrangements of popular songs. The B2R Glee Club provides a group learning experience that emphasizes reading music, intonation, listening skills, rhythm, and healthy vocal technique. Each weekly session culminates in a public performance and the recording of a CD.
Rock City for ages 4-7
Whether they’re a budding rock-star or an aspiring classical soloist, Rock City World Tour Camp is the place to find real music education for your child in Preschool - 1st Grade. Through dynamic musical and movement-based activities, exposure to live instruments and musically inspired story-time, budding young musicians gradually develop the skills needed to read music, play simple rhythms and develop fine motor control - skills that are essential for future success in playing an instrument. Classes focus on foundational musical concepts such as fast and slow, sound and silence, high and low and even singing and playing major scales, and with our special take-home activity materials, their musical adventures will last all week long!
Record a Studio Demo for ages 7+
Do you have an awesome band that's rocking covers and writing songs, but not sure of what to do next? Come learn how to promote your music and get gigs! Find out how to create a press kit, including one sheets, photos and even a professional demo. Work in a state of the art studio with professional engineers to create your own signature sound.
Beat Refinery DJ Camp for ages 10+
If your child loves music and technology, this is the camp for them! Students get hands-on experience while learning the fundamentals of mixing songs, scratching sounds, and DJ music theory. Learning from world class DJ instructors, students work on individual state-of-the-art DJ workstations and will perform a short 2 to 3 song mini mix at the end of the program. No previous DJ experience required.
Pro Tools and Production for ages 10 and up
Using state-of-the-art recording technology, such as Pro Tools, students gain hands on experience manipulating sound in an industry level environment. Participants have the opportunity to create original music and record live bands in B2R's professional recording studios.
Register with code MKCAMP15 and receive 15% off your first week of camp!
For more information, visit https://ridgefield.b2rmusic.com/camps
